Neurosurgical Scanner for BCH

In May 2006 we presented a further £28,000 to Birmingham Children's Hospital. Poppy's brain surgeon, Mr. Sygouros, used a special ultrasound scanner during Poppy's operations. However, this equipment needed upgrading to improve the quality of the surgery carried out. This equipment was used the following day on a 2-year old child, cutting her operation time in half. It will continue to benefit so many children, and possibly even Poppy herself if she requires further brain surgery.

'Poppies grow in an environment of wind, rain and the worst nature can throw at them. Despite this they grow up strong and hardy, yet delicate and beautiful.'